The purpose and effect of the proposed rule development is to update the Florida Boating Improvement Program Guidelines (Jan. 2010), incorporated by reference in subsection 68-1.003(9), F.A.C., to improve and increase efficiency in the grant review and submittal process including: 1) revised evaluation criteria to increase the emphasis on cost efficiency and the need for the project; 2) reduce the number of required copies of the application; 3) provide more time to obtain permits for construction projects.